EFNC Child Safety Framework
At Echuca Football Netball Club (EFNC), the safety and wellbeing of children and young people is our highest priority. We adopt a proactive, whole-club approach to child safety, ensuring that every aspect of our operations from coaching and communication to awards, supervision, and drop-off/pick-up procedures reflects our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
EFNC’s child safety framework is built on the following principles:
- Zero tolerance for child abuse or neglect
- Clear codes of conduct for coaches, players, parents, and spectators
- Strict communication protocols to protect children online and offline
- Transparent awards policies that recognise positive behaviour and effort
- Comprehensive supervision and chaperoning requirements at all club activities
- Safe collection and drop-off procedures to ensure children are never left unsupervised
- Mandatory Working With Children Checks for all volunteers and staff
We encourage all members, families, and visitors to familiarise themselves with our detailed policies. For more information, please refer to:
Key policies include:
- Child Safety Policy: Our mission statement, reporting procedures, and child protection framework
- Communication & Social Media Policy: Guidelines for safe online and team communication
- Awards Policy: Fair and transparent recognition of effort, sportsmanship, and positive behaviour
- Chaperoning & Supervision Policy: Requirements for adult supervision at all activities
- Drop-Off & Pick-Up Policy: Safe collection procedures for all junior participants
- Volunteer Policy: Screening, compliance, and conduct expectations for all volunteers
- Incident Reporting Policy: Clear procedures for reporting, documenting, and responding to any concerns or breaches
Incident report forms and templates are available from:
- Club secretary
- Club website
- Goulburn Valley Football Netball League
- Goulburn Murray Junior Football League
- MBCM Northern Country Women’s League
- AFL Victoria
If you have any questions or concerns about child safety at EFNC, please contact our Child Safety Officer Jenny Weeks or Junior Football Child Safety Representative Rachel Shandley.
EFNC is committed to ongoing review and improvement of our child safety practices. Together, we can ensure every child enjoys their sporting experience in a safe and supportive environment.
